​Wabasso Softball Association- $5,000The funds will be used to renovate and add improvements to the softball field already used by WHS Softball, Youth Softball, Youth Boys baseball, Summerfest and K-12 school physical education programs. It will include infield renovations, field seeding, fencing, awnings and benches, bleachers for fans and supporters, cement, irrigation improvements, field equipment, concessions. Total project cost of $20,350.00Additional funds have been committed from individual and local business donations, Rabbit Pride Gala, District 640, Field signs sponsored by local businesses, and concession stand revenues.Seaforth Fire Department- $2,000The funds will be used for the 1996 Freightliner Fire Dept pumper. Additional funds have been committed from the Seaforth Booster Club, fundraisers, matching grants, and individual donations. Total project cost of $32,000.00Vesta City Park- $2,000The funds will be used to add a restroom to the existing shelter. Total project cost $18,000.00St. Anne’s School- $1,500The funds will be used to replace the bleachers currently in place in the school gymnasium. Additional funds have been committed from St. Anne’s school, and additional fundraising/grant awards will complete the funding. Total project cost of $16,000.00Wanda Softball Association- $1,500The funds will be used to update the City Park shelter by adding steel roof and steel siding. Additional funds have been committed from fundraisers and grant awards.Total project cost of $11,323.65Lucan booster Club- $1,000The funds will be used replace the existing merry-go-round in the City Park as part of the continued revitalization process of the park. There would also be a safety wear mat around the piece of equipment. Additional funds have been committed from fundraisers and donations. Total project cost of $4,921.00

2019 Mini-Grant Recipients

Redwood County LINC- $500 to cover expenses for Wabasso sessionLucan Booster Club- $1,000 for 3 bay swing set for City ParkLucan- $1,000 to add sidewalk between shelter house and ballfieldSt. Anne's School - $1,000 for new scoreboardWanda- $1,000 for City Park shelter repair

2019 Community Development Grant Recipients​

The Five Star Community Foundation 2019 Community Development Grants were presented to the recipients June 5th.​Wanda Softball Association/City of Wanda- $6,000. The funds will be used to help cover costs in replacing the fence, total project cost estimated at $24,000. Additional funds have been committed from the Softball Association fundraiser, with matching funds from Modern Woodman, and the Wanda 333 Club.

Lucan Booster Club Playground Committee/City of Lucan- $4,550The funds will be used to replace existing equipment from the City park and replace with new commercial grade playground equipment. Total cost of the project is estimated $18,201.37.Additional funds have been committed from the Lucan Booster Club, Lucan Lions Club, Fundraisers, and Donations.​April Schunk accepted the check on behalf of the Playground Committee, presented by Pat Eichten, Five Star Community Foundation Board member.

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Seaforth Booster Club/City of Seaforth- $4,500The funds will be used in revitalizing the Community Center/Legion by removing old carpet and adding barn wood for the walls, and updating the steel on the outside of building. Total project cost estimated at $19,000.Additional funds have been committed from Seaforth Booster Club and fundraiser.Ryan Kramer (on right) accepted the check on behalf of the Booster Club, presented by Jeff Rohlik, Five Star Foundation Vice-Chair.​

2018 Community Development Grant Recipients

Wabasso Area Baseball Association received $10,000. The funds are being used for the lighting at the new ballfield.City of Vesta- $1500 for converting city truck to fire dept grass rigRedwood County LINC- $500 for expenses for Wabasso session​

2017 Mini-Grant Recipients

City of Wanda-$1,000 for repair of the east wall of the community center/legion.City of Lucan-$1,000 for lighting in the City Park (in the playground, bathroom, and parking areas)City of Vesta-$1,000 for getting doors at the community center ADA accessible.​Wabasso Area Baseball Association-$1,000 for a youth pitching mound.

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2017 Community Development Grant Recipients

Lucan City Council

Tom Moore (left) and Ron Plaetz (right) from the Five Star Community Foundation present Rindy Filzen from Lucan City Council with a check for $7500. The funds are going towards remodeling/updating of the Lucan Community Center. The large meeting room will be updated with new sheetrock, lighting and paint. The hallway to the gym will be repainted and repaired, ceiling fans will be added to the ramp room and some cabinets in the kitchen will be replaced to allow the fridge to be moved back into the kitchen. Numerous volunteers from the Lucan Lions Club, Lucan Booster Club, American Legion, Lucan Fire Dept and local residents are volunteering their time to this project.

Wanda City Council

Vicki Irlbeck (left) from the Five Star Community Foundation presents Terry Brand from the Wanda City Council with a check for $4000. The funds will go towards repairing the east wall of the Community Center/Wanda Legion to avoid long-term damage to the flooring, mold, and possible electric issues. With many events held in this building, it is a vital part of the community of Wanda. These repairs will ensure the building can be used for community and private events for years to come. Members of the Wanda Legion will be volunteering to help with this project – from demo thru construction

Early Childhood Department

The Imagination Library Program, offered thru the Early Childhood Department and some community businesses, received a check for $3500 to go towards ensuring each registered child under the age of 5 receives a high quality, age-appropriate book every month that is mailed directly to their home. This program ensures children are given the opportunity to enjoy the magic of reading and help build the foundation children need to be successful

Wabasso Summer Meal Program

The Wabasso Summer Meal Program received a check for $1500. This summer meals program would allow participants to get a nutritious breakfast and lunch at a low cost. It would be available to all students participating in summer recreation, as well as those able to come to the school for the meals.

Wabasso Area Commercial Club

The Wabasso Area Commercial Club received a check for $3500 to finalize the purchase of a 4x8 full color LED digital sign that will be located on the corner of Highway 68 and County Hwy 6. This will replace the current welcome to Wabasso sign. The digital sign will be a great advertising platform for local businesses as well as community events.